All Events

Sat May 18, 2013 - Sat October 26, 2013

Up to 40 vendors offer farm products, baking, preserves & crafts; plus import clothing, jewellery & used collectibles. Takes place on Wednesdays at Baker & Hall St.

Sat May 25, 2013 - Sat October 26, 2013

The Cottonwood Falls Market is located next to the Japanese garden, and you'll be sure to see and hear the rush of Cottonwood Falls. Passers-by relax on the lush grass beside the creek. The market itself features an array of different vendors and products, and the performances of local musicians. The market is only a short walk from Baker Street and Nelson's downtown. The atmosphere is always relaxed and the air always fresh at Cottonwood Falls Market.

Wed June 12, 2013 - Wed September 25, 2013

Bands, Performances, Vendors, kids entertainment and a lot of fun!

Wed June 12, 2013 - Wed September 25, 2013

Every Saturday at Cottonwood Falls Park, from 9:30 am-3:00 pm. Featuring live music, regional produce, eggs, great savoury and sweet foods, and a variety of unique products. Fun for the whole family.

Fri June 28, 2013 - Fri August 23, 2013

At Market Fest you will find:

Bands on two stages playing music for all ages.

Dance performances throughout the evening.

Kids' entertainment.

50 vendors with hand-made, home-grown or prepared goods and food from YOUR community!

The Event dates for 2013 are :

June 28, July 26 and August 23

Sun August 04, 2013 - Sun August 04, 2013

This is the 31st annual one quarter Ironman triathlon held in Nelson, BC.

Swim 1 kilometre, bike 44 km and run 10 km.

The event continues to be for everyone from top-ranking amateurs to adult and youth participants who are entering for pure enjoyment.

We have an adult sprint course for people who are just breaking into the world of triathlon and team events ideal for family participation.

Draw prizes at pre-race meeting and awards ceremony.

Come and enjoy our beautiful community for the long weekend in August.

Sat August 10, 2013 - Sun August 11, 2013

Explore artists' studios, museums, art galleries & heritage sites through this free, self-guided tour within the Columbia Basin. Meet artists, shop for fine art and crafts, view demonstrations, special exhibitions and interpretive displays, or chat with local historians during this two day cultural celebration. Visit our website to view full artist/venue profiles for further details on each location's activities and register to receive a tour brochure in the mail.

Sat September 07, 2013 - Sat September 07, 2013

Nelson's Queen City Cruise, the city of Nelson's only car show, has continued to grow since the first cruise in 2003. Car collectors from far & wide find the appeal to show off their cars in the heritage city. Nelson offers big city cosmopolitan dining, unique shopping & lodging in the beautiful setting on Kootenay Lake. Saturday morning begins the show on historic Baker Street in downtown Nelson. Trophy presentations are at approximately 3:30 pm, followed by a poker run & later on in the evening, a rooftop dance at the Nelson Parkade. It's fun for the whole family.

Sun September 15, 2013 - Sun September 15, 2013

Celebrate Harvest Time! The 11th annual Harrop Harvest Festival promises a memorable experience. Explore local artisans' unique wares; groove to the musicians and indulge in an impressive array of delightful foods. Games and contests at the hall from best knitted sweater to largest grown pumpkin. Prizes galore and free admission.

Sat September 21, 2013 - Sun September 22, 2013

The festival returns to downtown Proctor with many of the storytellers from the past returning. The list includes Joshua Klassen, East Shore historian Susan Hulland, Barry Gray and Ktunaxa teller, Joe Pierre as well as Gunpowder Gertie's creator Carolyn McTaggart and Doukhobor teller.

Sunday's festivities will travel to the 300 block of Baker Street, Nelson (between Kootenay and Stanley). There will be a stage, free music and stories, a Children's activity tent, a First Nations camp and, of course, our storytelling venues: The Royal Hotel (an adults only site), The Kootenay Exchange and The Vienna Café.